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Bellmon, Harris present check to organization tackling racial, gender inequities in mathematics

(12 hours ago) Philadelphia House Delegation

PHILADELPHIA, June 20- Today, state Rep. Anthony Bellmon and Pennsylvania House Appropriations Chair Jordan Harris, both D-Phila., presented a check worth $125,000 in state funding to the organization Black Girls Love Math. BGLM was founded five years ago by Atiyah Harmon, who had spent two decades in the education system as a math teacher, principal and administrator. Harmon noticed that many Black girls in Philadelphia were struggling in school with mathematics and that these results stemmed from an increasing disinterest in the subject. To combat this issue, she started BGLM and committed their work to eradicating racial and gender inequity in mathematics. Her findings were backed up by a 2024 Vanderbilt University study, which found that 71% of Black girls expressed a negative math identity. Additionally, this study found that 86% of Black girls were unaware of the necessity of advanced math for their future aspirations. “When you couple the inequities that predominantly Black schools face with findings of massive disinterest and unawareness of the importance of such a crucial subject, it could spell a recipe for disaster for our youth,” Bellmon said. “We are very fortunate to have a dedicated, aspirational leader in our community in Ms. Harmon, who is constantly working to put an end to this cycle. Her organization is paving pathways to success for so many young Black girls in our community, and I Read more

 

House Transportation Committee approves Dougherty bill punishing interference of public transit operators

(Jun 18, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

HARRISBURG, June 17 – Today, the Pennsylvania House Transportation Committee approved legislation introduced by state Rep. Sean Dougherty, D-Phila., that would create stronger penalties for interference with the operation or movement of a public transit vehicle. Under this legislation ( H.B. 1416 ), any interference that causes the serious bodily injury or death of an operator would be punishable as a felony. Any interference that results in bodily injury or the fear of imminent serious bodily injury or death would also be subject to significant penalties. “As public officials, it is our duty to do everything in our power to ensure the safety of all Pennsylvanians, especially those who provide essential services in our communities,” Dougherty said. “Nobody should have to fear not making it home after a day of work. I sincerely believe that this legislation will safeguard the well-being of transit operators and their passengers by strongly discouraging any form of violence against these individuals.” On the morning of Oct. 26, 2023, longtime Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority employee Bernard Gribbin was tragically shot and killed while on duty and operating a Route 23 bus in Philadelphia. Dougherty said his legislation intends to more strongly punish those who commit these acts, and hopefully prevent these acts in the future. The bill now heads to the full House for consideration. Read more

 

Philadelphia House Delegation celebrates House passage of mass transit funding proposal

(Jun 17, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

The Philadelphia House Delegation reacted this afternoon to House passage of a proposal to fund mass transit systems and transportation projects across the commonwealth. House Bill 1364 sponsored by Chairman of the House Transportation Committee Ed Neilson, D-Phila., would mirror Governor Shapiro’s proposal to increase the transfer of existing sales tax revenue to the Public Transportation Trust Fund from 4.4% to 6.15% providing an expected additional $1.5 billion for transit systems over the next five years. Read more

 

Judiciary Committee OK’s Hohenstein bill to protect transit workers

(Jun 17, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

HARRISBURG, June 17 – Today, the Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee approved legislation introduced by state Rep. Joe Hohenstein, D-Phila., to help protect transit workers. In the wake of increased attacks on transit workers in the workplace, this legislation ( H.B. 1145 ) would help transit agencies install improved security measures. It would do so by establishing a grant program to help fund and support increased security measures. These measures may include capital improvements (e.g., security cameras, bullet-proof partitions, security equipment, safety-related technology) and other initiatives (e.g., security training and security staffing). “Transit workers play a massive role in Philadelphia and communities across Pennsylvania getting mass amounts of people where they need to go,” Hohenstein said. “Ensuring their safety is imperative, as it allows them to properly do their jobs without fearing for their well-being, and it keeps riders and the general public safe.” House Bill 1145 now heads to the full House for consideration. Read more

 

Dougherty, community members rally for SEPTA funding

(Jun 12, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

PHILADELPHIA, June 12 – Today, state Rep. Sean Dougherty, D-Phila., hosted a news conference at SEPTA’s Fox Chase Station in his legislative district to reinforce the need to properly fund SEPTA. He was joined by residents and people who work in his district to speak about the ways public transit helps them day to day. Dougherty was joined by a dozen individuals who voiced their support for SEPTA funding and detailed how important public transit is to them and the Commonwealth at large. “SEPTA is the lifeline of Philadelphia and the surrounding area as nearly 1 million people use their services every day,” Dougherty said. “It was impactful to hear from the incredible folks who joined me today to discuss how crucial SEPTA’s transportation services are to them. I will continue my work in Harrisburg to ensure we properly fund SEPTA and keep Southeast PA moving.” In addition to his constituents, Dougherty was joined by state Rep. Anthony Bellmon, D-Phila., as well as individuals from the offices of state Reps. Jared Solomon and Joe Hohenstein, both D-Phila. In total, more than 50 people showed up this morning to show their support for SEPTA funding. Dougherty noted that dozens of others expressed well wishes while they were working or taking SEPTA transit to work. Read more

 

Rabb: All workers deserve a living wage

(Jun 11, 2025) Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

Files amendment to minimum wage legislation passed by state House Read more

 

House Committee OKs two bipartisan Rabb bills protecting homeowners

(Jun 06, 2025) Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

Legislation to address deed fraud, safeguard ownership of inherited property clears committee Read more

 

Philadelphia legislators celebrate Solar for Schools grant recipients at Community College of Philadelphia

(Jun 06, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

A celebration and check ceremony Thursday hosted by the Philadelphia House and Senate delegations honored the Philadelphia schools and community colleges that received Solar for Schools grants. Read more

 

Philadelphia House Delegation supports new SEPTA general manager

(Jun 03, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

The Philadelphia House Delegation today offered supportive reaction to the recent appointment of Scott A. Sauer as the new general manager of SEPTA. Sauer has served as interim general manager since November 2024. Read more

 

Rabb unveils bipartisan bill preventing forced sale of inherited property

(May 27, 2025) Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

Legislation to help Pennsylvanians hold onto financial wealth when a property owner in their family dies intestate Read more

 

Rabb introduces bill to end charging children as adults

(May 22, 2025) Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

Legislation to repeal direct file law, reform the juvenile justice system in Pennsylvania Read more

 

House passes Cephas bill to reduce costs for homeowners

(May 12, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

Today, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed legislation sponsored by state Rep. Morgan Cephas, D-Phila., that would permit mortgage lenders to offer discount points to borrowers to lower their interest rate and monthly payments. House Bill 1103 would expand opportunities for affordable credit so that home buyers wouldn’t need to turn to higher interest options like personal loans or credit cards. Read more

 

Philadelphia House Delegation celebrates major investment for Navy Yard development

(May 08, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

Chairwoman of the Philadelphia House Delegation state Rep. Morgan Cephas, D-Phila., joined Gov. Josh Shapiro, Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger, and other elected officials at the Navy Yard in South Philadelphia this morning to announce a state investment of $30 million to develop the Philadelphia Navy Yard Greenway District.The grant is awarded to Ensemble/Mosaic Navy Yard LLC. through the Pennsylvania Strategic Investments to Enhance Sites program – a strategic and targeted strategy to unlock economic growth by preparing sites for business expansion and job creation. The project will target life sciences, research, and manufacturing. Cephas touted the major investment as a key to unlocking economic growth and prosperity for the Philadelphia region. Read more

 

House passes landmark cannabis bill, moving Pennsylvania closer to safe, equitable legalization

(May 07, 2025) Rep. Rick Krajewski and Rep. Dan Frankel

"For far too long, cannabis prohibition was used as a weapon against Black and brown communities. Today, we took a major step toward a meaningful repair and durable justice," state Rep. Rick Krajewski said. "This bill is about building a legal marketplace that puts working Pennsylvanians first, delivering hundreds of millions to the neighborhoods most devastated by criminalization and preventing a harmful corporate takeover of the market." Read more

 

Cephas releases statement on shooting near Overbrook High School

(May 07, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

Today’s shooting of a Philadelphia Police officer near Overbrook High School is heartbreaking. My thoughts are with the injured officer and their family, as well as the students, staff, and families of the Overbrook school community. Read more

 

Philadelphia House Delegation celebrates Super Bowl LIX Champion Philadelphia Eagles in the PA House

(May 07, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

Today, the PA House of Representatives recognized the Super Bowl LIX Champion Philadelphia Eagles in the House chamber. House Resolution 217, sponsored by Philadelphia House Delegation Chairwoman Morgan Cephas, D-Phila., recognizes May 7, 2025, as Philadelphia Eagles Day at the state Capitol, honoring the team’s second Super Bowl victory and fifth NFL Championship in the 92-year history of the organization. Read more

 

House passes Cephas measure to protect homeowners from unfair realty agreements

(May 07, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

Today, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed legislation sponsored by state Rep. Morgan Cephas, D-Phila., that would protect Pennsylvania homeowners from signing away their home and generational wealth to unscrupulous realty agents. Read more

 

Rabb introduces bipartisan bill to tackle deed fraud

(May 06, 2025) Rep. Christopher M. Rabb

Legislation to establish new criminal offense protecting Pennsylvania homeowners Read more

 

Lawmakers, workers rally for PA to Raise the Wage

(May 05, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

“It’s time! We must raise the wage,” said state Rep. Roni Green, who represents portions of Philadelphia. “We know we have to raise our voices and rain doesn’t stop us. Our six neighboring states have raised the wage and if lawmakers don’t know how they can vote for this, maybe they should visit one of our neighboring states to find out.” Read more

 

Krajewski, Frankel introduce landmark Adult-Use Cannabis Legislation

(May 04, 2025) Philadelphia House Delegation

Reps. Rick Krajewski, D-Phila., and Dan Frankel, D-Allegheny, officially introduced long-awaited legislation to legalize adult-use cannabis in Pennsylvania — a bold, thoughtful proposal designed to center public health, repair communities harmed by prohibition, and create a stable, sustainable market. Read more

 

Bellmon, Harris present check to organization tackling racial, gender inequities in mathematics
12 hours ago

House Transportation Committee approves Dougherty bill punishing interference of public transit operators
Jun 18, 2025

Philadelphia House Delegation celebrates House passage of mass transit funding proposal
Jun 17, 2025

Judiciary Committee OK’s Hohenstein bill to protect transit workers
Jun 17, 2025

Dougherty, community members rally for SEPTA funding
Jun 12, 2025

Rabb: All workers deserve a living wage
Jun 11, 2025

House Committee OKs two bipartisan Rabb bills protecting homeowners
Jun 06, 2025

Philadelphia legislators celebrate Solar for Schools grant recipients at Community College of Philadelphia
Jun 06, 2025

Philadelphia House Delegation supports new SEPTA general manager
Jun 03, 2025

Rabb unveils bipartisan bill preventing forced sale of inherited property
May 27, 2025

Rabb introduces bill to end charging children as adults
May 22, 2025

House passes Cephas bill to reduce costs for homeowners
May 12, 2025

Philadelphia House Delegation celebrates major investment for Navy Yard development
May 08, 2025

House passes landmark cannabis bill, moving Pennsylvania closer to safe, equitable legalization
May 07, 2025

Cephas releases statement on shooting near Overbrook High School
May 07, 2025

Philadelphia House Delegation celebrates Super Bowl LIX Champion Philadelphia Eagles in the PA House
May 07, 2025

House passes Cephas measure to protect homeowners from unfair realty agreements
May 07, 2025

Rabb introduces bipartisan bill to tackle deed fraud
May 06, 2025

Lawmakers, workers rally for PA to Raise the Wage
May 05, 2025

Krajewski, Frankel introduce landmark Adult-Use Cannabis Legislation
May 04, 2025